Around the Ground at the MTG

What a fantastic Super Saturday that was! All home games resulted in Canterbury victories with our 1^st XV scoring 19 unanswered points in the first half, and building an unassailable lead to take the victory, despite Guernsey fighting back. Frank Reynolds remains this season’s highest points scorer in National 2 East. Canterbury Women stretched their winning streak to 4 games with an impressive victory over the Guernsey Raiders Ladies. The MTG rang with the strains of “We are the champions!”, winning Counties 1 Kent after their victory over Ashford 1^st XV made all the sweeter as they achieved this with two games remaining. The Amber & Black were not finished there, Canons delivered our third home win, dominating over Ashford 2^nd XV leaving them in touch and with a shot at the Counties 5 Kent league title. Our Mini & Youth continue to represent us well with 6 of our youths being selected to represent Kent U20’s versus Hampshire last week and running our 17 – 3 winners. Congratulations to Stan Bull, Max Campbell, Max McCormack, Hector Valldares, Brett Smith and Harrison Fermor on their selection. Mention also goes to Charlie Barker on his securing a 2-year contract with the Saracens. A fantastic achievement all round, showing the quality of our younger players coming through the ranks. Read more about their achievements on our News page.

Last weekend’s scores

Saturday
1st XV 33 – 19 Guernsey Raiders 1^st XV
CRFC Women 41 – 5 Guernsey Raiders Ladies
Pilgrims 28 – 18 Ashford 1^st XV
Ashford 2^nd XV 7 – 62 Canons
Thanet 2nds HWO Deacons
Thanet 3rds 0 v 40 Zingari

Sunday
Colts B v Beckenham MATCH CANCELLED
U14’s 57 – 5 Dartfordians
GAS 26 – 15 U14’s Girls
U13’s 60 – 0 Bromley MATCH 1
U13’s 20 – 30 Bromley MATCH 2
U12’s 0 v 5 Ashford U12’s
Girls U12’s – Tournament winners

This weekend’s fixtures and training

Saturday
 Old Albanian v Ist XV – Away KO 3.00pm
Bromley v Pilgrims  – Away KO 3.00pm
Canons v Bromley 2nds – Home KO 3.00pm
Deacons v Rye – Home KO 3.00pm
Zingari v Vigo 2nds – Home KO 3.00pm

Sunday
U12’s v Sevenoaks – Home Bottom Orchard
U13’s v Dover – Home Top Pitch
Cranbrook v U13’s – Away
U14’s v Westcliff – Home Langton Artificial Pitch
U16’s v Tunbridge Wells and Blackheath – Away

Mini & Youth Training

Mini’s Training 9.00am – 10:30am
U6’s – Grids
U7’s – Grids
U8’s and U9’s – Top Orchard
U10’s – Bottom Orchard
U11’s – Langton Artificial Pitch

Youth Training from 10:30am
U15’s – Top Orchard
Girl’s – Training Pitch

We would like to extend a warm welcome to all the visiting supporters, clubs, and teams

Varsity

It’s that time again! Friday 22^nd March, Canterbury Christ Church University take on University of Kent for the Varsity honours. Entry is strictly ticket only and can be purchased from the Canterbury Varsity website.

Fantasy 6 Nations result

The dust has settled, and I suspect St Patrick’s Day was celebrated with some fervour. The result we are really interested in though is who won the Fantasy League? Well, it was me (Ed.) Much though I would love to join our Club President at his table for the Partners Lunch, I would like to offer the place to Joel who has placed second overall. Please contact me at communications@cantrugby.co.uk for details of how you can claim your prize.

Save the date!

24^th May 2024 – The May Ball

It’s time to mark your calendars because the Canterbury Rugby Club May Ball is BACK! That’s right, it’s the event of the year, and you’re all invited to join in on the shenanigans.

We’ve got a night jam-packed with everything you could ever want: delicious grub, flowing drinks, the ultimate strike-a-pose photobooth, super-fast dodgems and enough laughter to shake the rafters. Whether you’re a dance floor diva or a social butterfly, there’s something for everyone at the May Ball.

Now, here’s the kicker: we’ve got tables up for grabs, and trust us, you’re going to want in on this action. Round up your squad, your teammates, your partners-in-crime, and snag yourselves a spot at the coolest table in town.

But wait, there’s more! By snagging a table, you’re not just ensuring a night of unforgettable fun – you’re also showing some serious love for our beloved Canterbury Rugby Club. It’s a win-win, folks!

So, what are you waiting for? Grab your mates, grab your tickets, and let’s paint the town black and amber together at the May Ball!

3-Course Dinner, Dancing, auction, Raffle, Dodgems, Games – £80 per head.

6.30pm for Dinner at 7.30pm – Black tie – Carriages at 1.00am

For table reservations or any burning questions, contact Kirsty at kirsty@cantrugby.co.uk.

Get ready to boogie, folks and we’ll see you on the dance floor!

We wish you all the best of rugby weekends!